Why do I measure the pressure of my grandmother on both hands? Bashny.Net

How to measure pressure with a tonometer so that the results are as accurate as possible? After all, both high and low blood pressure greatly affects the state of health and, as a result, the mood of a person.



Many have noticed that if you put the tonometer cuff first on the left hand and then on the right, the results may well be different. Do not be afraid, this is a variant of the norm. But, as usual, there are nuances. Therefore, scientists recommend periodically measuring the pressure on both hands. And we tell you why this is so important.

The norm of blood pressure in adults is considered to be 120/80 mm Hg. But we are all unique, so we should not rely solely on this number.

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To find out what blood pressure is considered the norm in a certain age period, it is enough to use our convenient tables.

Why do scientists recommend measuring pressure on the right and left hand? The fact is that if the measurement results differ significantly, it can indicate serious health problems.



To this conclusion, scientists have studied data on more than 50 thousand patients.



It turned out that in 53% of patients, the pressure on the right and left hand differs by 10 mm Hg and higher, and in 19% of patients the difference was 20 mm Hg. At the same time, each 1 mm Hg difference increases the risk of disease by 1%.

What if the pressure on the right and left hands is different? Several factors need to be analysed first.

1. Age.
   The difference in pressure often appears in adolescence and old age.
   
   
   
2. Value of differences
   Differences in indications within 10 mm Hg can be considered the norm, but with their growth, the risk of pathologies increases.
   
   
   
3. Right-handed
   Increased pressure on the working hand is considered normal. The difference can also occur as a result of heavy physical exertion.
   
   
   
4. Compliance with the norm
   The likelihood of complications is higher if the pressure on one hand is within the normal range and on the other is reduced. A situation where the pressure on one hand is within normal limits, and on the other high, is not so dangerous.

To summarize: a difference of less than 10 mm Hg is not dangerous, more than half of the surveyed receive this result. If the differences reach 20 mm Hg or more, you should immediately consult a doctor.